Slow jetway innovation means #PaxEx opportunities
The humble jetway — call it airbridge, jet bridge, or what you will — is getting a lot of attention with a USA Today feature by my RGN colle... Continue Reading
Author Archives: Mary Kirby
RGN Premium: Quando, quando, quando
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Travel is a privilege, and the privileged should stand up to injustice
When Runway Girl Network asked for my thoughts on the travesties of justice for Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Sandra Bland, Tamir Rice and so ... Continue Reading
RGN Premium: Seeking to mitigate concerns
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Signature food options help airlines stand out in busy markets
Airlines worldwide are stepping up their inflight food game to attract passengers, particularly those who are after more than just the very ... Continue Reading
RGN Premium: Rosy future or pink slips?
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RGN Premium: Passing muster
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ICAO sets 1 April for lithium-ion battery passenger cargo ban
On 1 April, a new ICAO ban on shipments of lithium-ion batteries as cargo on passenger aircraft will come into place. It is a commendable (i... Continue Reading
RGN Premium: Gogo strikes capacity deal with SES
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Faster 2Ku is coming as Gogo, SES sign major capacity agreement
Gogo and SES are adding a massive amount of capacity to the in-flight connectivity world, announcing one of the largest satellite capacity d... Continue Reading
ViaSat wins connectivity deal for Qantas domestic & Asia
ViaSat has secured a significant international order for its Ka-only connectivity system as well as its hybrid Ku/Ka solution from Qantas. U... Continue Reading
Lawsuit withdrawn but Gogo, American still at odds
The legal action between American and its domestic inflight connectivity provider Gogo, pending in Texas for the past 10 days, has been with... Continue Reading
OPINION: Congressional fumbling is counterproductive to safety
“Let’s get Congress involved in this complex matter that requires in-depth understanding and the consideration of experts,” said nobody ever... Continue Reading
Qantas’ one in seven Business Suite seat problem is apparent
Qantas’ new business suite, currently rolling out across the airline’s domestic and international Airbus A330-200 and -300 fleet, has receiv... Continue Reading
Swiss adds connectivity but breaks from parent’s pricing scheme
“Ce n’est pas Suisse”, say the Genèvois whenever something new or unusual comes their way (especially from overseas), but the Swiss national... Continue Reading
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